I think another way of looking at it, and ending up in about the same spot, is that seems to be all about "bundling" now - like your TV cable (if you still have it) car option packages, etc. Assuming the bike is of the style and geometry I like, I only really care about good wheels, top suspension and super brakes.
Thinking of one of the big three brands that my favourite LBS sells and I have wandered about their website a fair bit. If I want the 3 things above, I pretty much HAVE to buy the $10K+ model. uh, no thanks. I dont think its just that brand, but the model pricing, components, value proposition is also not an accident.
That said, maybe this is more a problem at the high end and/or for serious (picky?) riders? because the same brand also has some excellent value bikes. I bought bought an entry-mid level bike for a family member and for its intended use and cost is an absolutely fantastic bike.
May 9, 2017, 9:31 p.m. - LWK
I think another way of looking at it, and ending up in about the same spot, is that seems to be all about "bundling" now - like your TV cable (if you still have it) car option packages, etc. Assuming the bike is of the style and geometry I like, I only really care about good wheels, top suspension and super brakes. Thinking of one of the big three brands that my favourite LBS sells and I have wandered about their website a fair bit. If I want the 3 things above, I pretty much HAVE to buy the $10K+ model. uh, no thanks. I dont think its just that brand, but the model pricing, components, value proposition is also not an accident. That said, maybe this is more a problem at the high end and/or for serious (picky?) riders? because the same brand also has some excellent value bikes. I bought bought an entry-mid level bike for a family member and for its intended use and cost is an absolutely fantastic bike.